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Better health starts with happy, active families.

The new Family Weight Management service for families with children aged 4-17.

A free 10-week journey to build healthy habits through fun and play.

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A New Way to Grow Healthy

Delivered in partnership with Durham County Council, our programme makes healthy living feel like child’s play.

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100% Free

There are no costs for families in County Durham. Everything is fully funded.

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10 Weeks

10 sessions with fun games, family cooking, and tips that fit into busy lives. 12 months follow-up.

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Family Centred

We support the whole family to make changes together that last forever.

Enquiries Hub

The Healthy Families programme helps children and their families build better habits. Families take part in a 10-week programme with support for up to a year. Sessions cover healthy eating, play, sleep, and feeling good.

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More Information
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Eligibility
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Available Start Date
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Locations

Please provide your contact details. Name, contact number,  your questions, or referral number.

We will be in touch within a week.

Information for Professionals

Who can join?

Children and families living in County Durham who need support.

Who can refer?

We are closely working with GPs, schools, family hubs, wider health and care system and VCFSE partners.

The support

A 10-week plan with fun activities and digial tools.

Inclusive service

Extra help for families with SEND including Easy Read materials.

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Active Play

We play games and do sports that kids love. It’s so much fun they forget it’s exercise.

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Healthy Eating

Learn to cook yummy, cheap meals that the whole family will enjoy together.

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Happy Minds

Feeling good is as important as being active. We support mental health for a happy life.